Heart of Lakeland Self-Guided Walking Tour  

                                    Windermere to Keswick - 7 Nights / 8 Days   

A magical part of England. Start and finish at Windermere, with an option to finish at Keswick if preferred. The Lake District lies in the county of Cumbria, in England's north west corner. It is the largest of Britain's National Parks, and is famous throughout the world for its beautiful and dramatic scenery. The mountains rise from sea level to heights of over 3000 feet, and are intersected by lush green valleys, often containing lakes. There is a wealth of history and heritage unrivalled in so small an area. Can be 8 nights with an optional extension.


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • 7 nights' lodging in charming country hotels, inns and B&B's, double occupancy, private bath
  • Lake District National Park
  • Windermere
  • Scafell Pike
  • Double-occupancy room with private bathrooms

Each day you embark on a robust walk across vales and hills. You will cover 7 to 11 miles per day with ascents of 600 to 1400 feet.

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Given the nature and logistics of self-guided tours your accommodations are booked upon reserving your tour. All of our accommodations are carefully selected hotels, inns and B&B's. 


Day 1  

Arrival in Windermere. Meeting with our representative for a brief overview of the area and the itinerary. Overnight in Windermere.


Day 2 

Walk to Coniston via Hawkshead and picturesque Tarn Hows, with public transport available from Hawkshead if required (7 miles or 12 kilometres to Hawkshead, 11 miles or 18 kilometres to go the whole way, with 350 or 500 metres respectively of height gain). Overnight in Coniston.


Day 3  

Day in Coniston. Sightseeing or walking available. Overnight in Coniston.


Day 4  

Walk to Eskdale via Seathwaite in Dunnerdale, which many regard as the most beautiful and peaceful of the Lakeland valleys. A taxi rendez-vous can be arranged if required at Seathwaite around lunchtime (7.5 miles or 13 kilometres to Seathwaite, 12 miles or 20 kilometres to go the whole way, with 600 or 800 metres respectively of height gain). Overnight in Eskdale.


Day 5  

Day in Eskdale. Sightseeing or walking available. Overnight in Eskdale.


Day 6 

Walk to Wasdale Head via Burnmoor (6 miles or 10 kilometres, with 250 metres of height gain). There is a highly scenic (but longer) alternative for a fine weather day, through Miterdale and by the dramatic ridge of Illgill Head. Overnight in Wasdale.


Day 7 

Walk to Lodore via Styhead Pass and Seatoller in Borrowdale (where public transport is available if required). At Lodore catch the launch service to Keswick (6 miles or 10 kilometres to Seatoller, 11 miles or 18 kilometres to go the whole way, with 500 or 700 metres respectively of height gain). Taxi service from Keswick back to Windermere, or the final night can be booked in Keswick by special request.


Day 8  

Departure after breakfast.



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$1,525 Per Person / Double Occupancy

7 Nights  /  8 Days


We can arrange this tour for your preferred dates between April and October.


Our Self Guided tours include the following:

  • 7 nights' lodging in quaint and authentic English B&Bs and Inns
  • Double-occupancy room with private bath
  • Breakfast daily
  • Luggage transfers
  • Trail maps and route notes
  • Local emergeny contact

For additional information, please call or email us at info@ramblers.com and one of our exceptional Travel Advisors will be happy to share with you all kinds of details.

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Best Time to Go

May through October


Most Convenient Airport

Manchester Airport (MAN)


Traveling By Rail

Northern Rail and TransPennine Express Trains offer direct service from Manchester Airport.For rail information including reservations, time schedules and current fares please refer to BritRail at (800) 677-8585 or www.britrail.com. In the UK call (08457) 484950, or visit www.nationalrail.co.uk. Another useful resource is The Train Line at www.thetrainline.com.


Weather

Follow this link to the Meteorological Office for information on climate and rainfall averages.

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Self-Guided Tours   &  Trip Extensions

We also offer self-guided walking and hiking tours in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.  For these walking tours we provide a carefully laid out itinerary, arrange the accommodations, provide trail maps, trail  notes, local guide book if applicable, door to door provide luggage transfers, and local emergency contacts.  All you need is you day pack and you are on your way.  You can also add one of our trip extensions to your tour.  These 2-4 night extensions will allow you to maximize your time in Britain and Ireland. 

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